Spices USA Inc. Issues Alert on Elevated Levels of Lead in Ground Turmeric

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Spices USA Inc. Issues Alert on Elevated Levels of Lead in Ground Turmeric

10/03/2016 01:21 PM EDT

Hialeah, FL - Spices USA Inc. is recalling 772 bags, 50 pounds each, of TASTY SAWA GROUND TURMERIC, used for furthering manufacturing or repacking, because it contains elevated levels of lead. Consumers are warned not to use the product. Lead can accumulate in the body over time, and too much of it can cause serious and sometimes permanent adverse health consequences.

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